This is a 3-part training. You must be able to attend all 3 sessions.Both parents are encouraged to attend however, single parents are also welcome This program helps parents face the special challenges of caring for children ages 1 to 4. It teaches parents about children’s basic developmental stages, as well as positive guidance techniques such as redirection, learning ways to enhance children’s problem solving skills, praise with intention and the importance of a child’s self-esteem, and parental self-care. Instructor: Susan West, RN is a Parent Educator for Beth Israel Deaconess and a trained facilitator for Active Parenting Programs Cost: FREE!Dates: Mondays: June 1, 8, and 15, 2015 Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM Where: South Shore YMCA – Early Learning Center - HanoverDirections : From the North: Take Route 3 South; Take Exit 13 (Rts 53/123 Hanover/Norwell); At end of ramp take right onto Washington ST/ Rt. 53 S; We are located 1.2 miles down the road, on the left at 1075 Washington Street From the South: Take Route 3 North; Take Exit 13 (Rts 53/123 Hanover/Norwell);At end of ramp take left onto Washington ST/ Rt. 53 S; We are located 1.4 miles down the road, on the left at 1075 Washington Street TO REGISTER FOR THE TRAINING YOU MUST FAX, MAIL or E-MAIL registration form: registration form by May 29, 2015